A Thousand Barrels a Second: The Coming Oil Break Point and the Challenges Facing an Energy Dependent World

A Thousand Barrels a Second: The Coming Oil Break Point and the Challenges Facing an Energy Dependent World
by Peter Tertzakian

A Thousand Barrels a Second: The Coming Oil Break Point and the Challenges Facing an Energy Dependent World
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Author: Peter Tertzakian
Edition: Paperback
Audio: English (Original Language); English (Unknown); English (Published)
Published: 2007-05-09
ISBN: 0071492607
Number of pages: 288
Publisher: McGraw-Hill

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Book Review: Excellent Read
Summary: 5 Stars

The author did an excellent job explaining the history of energy cycles and their general behavior. He explained in a simple way how the cycles worked and the time it takes to shift from one source to another source. Peter pinpointed what is behind the surge in oil prices and why it is different than the surges of 73 and 79. I really enjoyed his analysis of different countries' oil dependencies and their relations to GDP. The author discussed all the alternatives available on the table and showed which ones are likely to work within the near future and the extended future. He proposed several solutions to ease the burden on oil prices, some of them are very workable but need dedication from the population. I strongly recommend the book for anyone interested in energy matters and definitely for all energy companies' managers and executives.

Summary of A Thousand Barrels a Second: The Coming Oil Break Point and the Challenges Facing an Energy Dependent World

A Powerful Analysis of Our Oil Addiction and a New Direction for Global Energy

In 2006, world oil consumption exceeded one thousand barrels per second-a level with enormous impact on the environment, world economies, investments, and business profitability. A Thousand Barrels a Second examines the future of oil and the nature of our energy supply, revealing how governments, businesses, and individuals can meet the coming challenges with better solutions and innovations.

"A Thousand Barrels a Second is a book that arrives just in time."-U.S. Representative Charles F. Bass, (R-NH), member House Energy and Commerce Committee

"Peter Tertzakian's analysis of world oil is a fascinating reminder that history often foretells the major turning points of the future."-Gwyn Morgan, President & Chief Executive Officer, EnCana Corporation

"An excellent book! In my more than 40 years in the industry I can't think of a publication which has so clearly discussed the global challenges of today's demands and tomorrow's requirements."-Peter Gaffney, Senior Partner, Gaffney, Cline & Associates

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